PEG-75 Dioleate

PEG-75 Dioleate molecular structure
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 9005-07-6, 2-[(9Z)-OCTADEC-9-ENOYLOXY]ETHYL (9Z)-OCTADEC-9-ENOATE
Synthetic
Cleanser
Emulsifier
Not Clean
OriginDerived from oleic acid and polyethylene glycol, both petroleum-derived synthetic compounds. Synthesized through esterification of oleic acid with PEG-75, then polymerized to create the final surfactant.
Poly(oxy-1,2-ethanediyl), .alpha.-(1-oxo-9-octadecenyl)-.omega.-[(1-oxo-9-octadecenyl)oxy]-, (Z,Z)- (75 mol EO average molar ratio)
Formula
C38H70O4
Mol. Weight
591.00
CAS #
9005-07-6
Form
Liquid
State
Lemon to orange oily liquid or semi-gel with a mild odor; [JECFA] Liquid; mp = 15 deg C; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Emulsifying
Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.
Cleansing Surfactant
Emulsifier
Locks In Moisture
Antioxidant Protection
Anti-Aging Benefits
Removes Impurities
Mixes Oil & Water
The paper trail
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EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2015
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR